Serving 482 students in grades 9-12, Sc Whitmore School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 37:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 59% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sc Whitmore School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sc Whitmore School's student population of 482 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sc Whitmore School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sc Whitmore School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#181 out of 1095 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
37:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
16%
32%
White
71%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
59%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sc Whitmore School's ranking?
Sc Whitmore School is ranked #181 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sc Whitmore School?
The graduation rate of Sc Whitmore School is 59%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Sc Whitmore School?
482 students attend Sc Whitmore School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Sc Whitmore School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sc Whitmore School?
Sc Whitmore School has a student ration of 37:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sc Whitmore School offer ?
Sc Whitmore School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sc Whitmore School part of?
Sc Whitmore School is part of Sc Public Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Sc Whitmore School located?
Sc Whitmore School is located in the Greenview neighborhood of Columbia, SC. There are 2 other public schools located in Greenview.
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